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BG05 RHA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

92,236 mi
Last recorded92,236 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 RHA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2016 92,236 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 85,078 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 76,782 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 66,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2011 52,471 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 52,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 37,140 miles

underbody shields fitted at time of test

Fail 15 Apr 2010 37,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn low

underbody shields fitted at time of test

Pass 2 May 2009 31,256 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 20,859 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 20,854 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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BG05 RHA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG05 RHA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG05 RHA registered?

BG05 RHA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is BG05 RHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 RHA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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